Tottenham Hotspur’s season hangs in the balance as they host Bodø/Glimt in the first leg of the UEFA Europa League semi-finals. A win for Spurs would book them a spot in next season’s Champions League and lift their Premier League campaign, currently languishing in 16th place.
The Norwegian outfit faces significant challenges, including being away from home, where they have struggled in Europe this season. They have won just one game on the road, lost four, and drawn twice. Additionally, three key players – captain Patrick Berg and attacking spark Håkon Evjen – are suspended due to an administration error.
Spurs’ advantage is further enhanced by their strong performance in the quarter-final win over Eintracht Frankfurt, where they impressed with their attacking prowess. Adding extra elements to bets, such as total goals or a clean sheet, may help lengthen the odds of a Spurs win.
The away cards market appears attractive, given Bodø/Glimt’s tendency to time-waste and commit fouls to break up Spurs’ flow. With a makeshift, unbalanced midfield and the prospect of winning this tournament becoming very real, the Superlaget’s behavior could lead to more bookings than usual. Betting on over 2.5 away cards at 11/8 feels like a good value bet.
Source: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6323083/2025/04/30/europa-league-semi-final-tottenham-bodo-glimt-betting-predictions